by Vicky Etherington | Jul 6, 2026 | Blended Family Relations
It might be that you had the week planned. The pick-ups were confirmed, activities sorted, maybe even a quiet evening together penciled in somewhere. And then a text arrives, the schedule shifts, and everything needs to adjust around it. If you’ve been in a...
by Vicky Etherington | Jun 11, 2026 | Blended Family Relations
Summer looked different in your head. Lazy mornings, backyard barbecues, a little extra family time. The kind of season that might actually bring everyone closer together. And then June arrives. And reality has a few things to say. If you’re heading into your...
by Vicky Etherington | Mar 21, 2026 | Blended Family Relations
Holidays are often imagined as joyful family time. There are traditions, meals, photos, and the hope that everyone will feel connected and relaxed. But in many blended families, holidays can bring unexpected tension. What was meant to be a special day can end with...
by Vicky Etherington | Jan 7, 2026 | Blended Family Relations
Love brings you together. But love alone doesn’t design a functioning blended family. Before you combine households, routines and children, there are a few conversations that can help prevent confusion, resentment and disappointment later on. When couples skip these...
by Vicky Etherington | Sep 9, 2025 | Blended Family Relations
Life inside a blended family is different, and that doesn’t mean it’s bad. It simply means it comes with its own set of dynamics, complexities, and learning curves. If you’re part of a blended family, here are some of the truths you might recognise (and if you’re just...
by Vicky Etherington | Aug 15, 2025 | Blended Family Relations
What is a blended family versus a stepfamily? Is one term better than the other? Or is it simply a matter of preference? For me, the word “blended” feels closer to my personal journey toward creating a family. It feels more inclusive than the term stepfamily, which...
